Mouthwatering Greek in Boston

GRECO

★★★★☆ 4.4 (648) • $$

"This food is so FREAKING AMAZING. Honestly you are getting fine dinning quality in a casual restaurant that delivers such good food. I went here for dinner three times in two weeks and each time it was consistently good. The halloumi and zucchini chips were my go to. The fries with feta are also delicious. They carry an array of Greek imported drinks. The dips.. oh the dips!! The Tirokafteri aka spicy feta is just out of the world as is the tsaziki. The plates are generously portioned. The yaya donuts are SO GOOD!! I honestly tried almost everything and I can't say not one bad thing. Staff goes above and beyond. They want customers to be happy. They even take customers minutes before close. Amazing spot."

Greek Corner Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (731) • $$

"OPA..... Stopped in recently due to a recommendation by Guy Fieri the Diner Drive In's and Dives. As usual his endorsement does not be great. I'd say it's a moderate Greek restaurant meaning not special to make me come back. The ambiance of of a traditional Greek joint with murals on the wall depicting urban Greece. Our waitress was a real Greek so this added to our experience but I can have that at in-laws house as well.Ordered a feta & olives plate , saganaki and two pork Souvlaki Gyros. Feta was dry and olives were smaller kalamatas. Not something lost Greeks serve. Gyros we're OK nothing I'd scream OPA over however the Saganaki was absolutely amazing. Real thick cut of cheese and perfectly charred. Reminded me of summer time dining in Athens. First class job on that one I loved it. Anyways try this place if your close by but don't drive out of your way based on TRIPLE D..."

The Feisty Greek

★★★★☆ 4.4 (517) • $$

"I had the opportunity to try an "Authentic Pork Gyro" and some Greek Fries. On the positive side: the food was solid, the portions were large, and the service was friendly and fast. Where they fell short is the execution and, therefore, the meat. One of the things that hurt the gyro was the first bite. It was all meat and bread, no sauce, no veggies. When effectively on its own, I found the pork a little tough. While pork roasting on a spit isn't the most tender of cuts, the pieces were a bit thicker than at restaurants that thinly shave the meat. The flavors were okay, not mind-blowing, but it did seem to have the essentials of salt and pepper, which fits the bill since The Feisty Greek isn't going for any Michelin stars (yet!).Where the tzatziki, tomato, and bit of onion (I would have liked more) met the meat, now we are talking! The moisture of the veggies and sauce complimented the pork very well and helped make it softer and more tender. The only thing missing was hot sauce, but I believe hot sauce goes with everything but cereal, so that's just me being me. Another note is that the couple of fries they added seemed unnecessary (though it is authentic, according to reliable sources). Having the veggies and sauce applied throughout the entire length is all it would take to go from good to great!The side of Greek fries was delicious! The fries were cooked and seasoned nicely, and you can't go wrong with feta and oregano. I also asked for some extra tzatziki sauce on the side: this stuff was unusual but good unusual. They made it with cucumber, which added delightful crispness and freshness, but curiously no herbs.So, while this was a solid experience, I can't say it is worth repeating the trip to Norwood for the gyro alone."

Esperia Grill

★★★★☆ 4.3 (531) • $$

"There are so many Mediterranean spots in the city that it's easy for them to blend together in my head, but Esperia Grill is a restaurant that stands out!I tried their chicken gyro on pita ($15.35) which came with a side of Greek salad. The gyro alone is slightly cheaper at $12.05. I highly recommend getting the Greek salad side because their salad dressing is herby, garlicky, and creamy!The gyro itself was super tasty. The chicken was flavorful and had a char to it without being dry. I loved how fluffy the pita was! The bread was chewy and soaked up all the juices from the chicken without falling apart.We also got their fries ($5.45) which had this crispy battered coating that added a lot of flavor."

KAVA neo-taverna

★★★★☆ 4.3 (518) • $$$

"Great place and amazing foodFood: love kolokithakia- everytime i try it was amazing - crispy outside and juicy inside. Tzatziki can be bit salty so would recommend dipping half of it :) Roka is my favorite salad here- goes super well with coated walnuts and halloumi on top. Greek fries were crispy and tied well either way fetas. Staffs were super friendly and chill. I enjoy having small conversation with them :) Wasn't busy on Sunday brunch but usually very busy at night so would recommend booking in advance"

My Other Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.6 (350) • $$

"Amazing Greek Ameeican food. This place is well known and frequented by those who have discovered it so expect to wait during peak hours. Ordered their vegetarian platter with rice and potatoes and everything was so flavorful and fresh. 3 days later I am still thinking about the dish.They are currently operating as pick up only and a scaled down menu (no breakfast options). Still worth a visit"

To Beirut

★★★★☆ 4.2 (368) • $

"Primarily a take-out place, though there is seating and restrooms available. No table service: you order, grab a seat, then pick it up when ready. Service is friendly and prompt. We ordered a falafel plate and the vegetarian platter; they were solid and serviceable, no real complaints - but also nothing to write home about. The falafels were nicely crispy on the outside but also kind of dense on the inside. Next time we'll try some of their shwarma and kebabs as we heard those are pretty good and update this review."

The Farm Grill & Rotisserie

★★★★☆ 3.7 (399) • $$

"For a fast causal spot, quality here is solid. Their spanikopita was a surprising standout: so flavorful, so crispy, a must-get. Love the option to mix and match a variety of their dips, spreads, and meze: they have so many options that are bound to satisfy, including tasty grape leaves. And their meals offer a choice of sides as well: the lamb shank and green beans are both good bets. We were given mashed potatoes instead of the roasted potatoes we ordered though, and the Lima beans were actually gigante beans, so you might need to be flexible with your choices and confirm directly if you have dietary restrictions."

Zo Greek

★★★★☆ 4.3 (274) • $$

"Zo Greek is so much better than expected. We got here at 8:30 and were seated immediately. Laurena was a fantastic server. We started with the Tirokafteri and Chargrilled Octopus, hold the capers. The Tirokafteri (red pepper hummus + feta cheese) was amazing, with an abundance of feta throughout, and the Octopus was really good as well, but when they say lemon, they mean a lot(!) of lemon. I love lemon but maybe because it was without capers, it was a little overpowering, but they did make up for it being cooked perfectly. We then were a little worried that they forgot the rest of our food because they were cleaning the entire kitchen, but no, they just are really good at maintaining the cleanliness of the establishment. They brought out the Chicken Kalamaki (skewers) and Zucchini Fritters (Kolokythokeftedes) which were absolutely delicious. The zucchini fritters were unbelievably tasty and the chicken skewers were so tender, they melt in your mouth. We brought home the Baklava Cheesecake for dessert and it was phenomenal. Zo Rita 5/5Tirokafteri 5/5Chargrilled Octopus 4.9/5Zucchini Fritters 5/5Kalamaki 5/5Baklava Cheesecake 5/5The ambiance was cozy yet spacious, the service was fantastic, we were not rushed at all, and the food was phenomenal overall. I highly recommend you a) check them out, and b) put them in your regular rotation. Ambiance: 5/5Food: 5/5Drinks: 5/5Service: 5/5Zo Greek: 5/5"

Opa Greek Yeeros

★★★★★ 4.5 (239) • $

"Wonderful food and even better service. This place is small, but welcoming. There isn't a lot of seating inside but they have a super cute outdoor seating area and there's parking! The guys who work there are really friendly and attentive with everyone who walks in. The menu is straight forward and the food comes out fast. Food was tasty and fresh. Seems like they make all hot food to order. We even got an order of loukoumades on the house! All the five stars reviews are well deserved!"

Desfina Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (292)

"While many of the entrees are around $22, they also have gyro plates as low as $14 for those looking for a cheaper meal. We were in the mood for seafood so two of us shared the grilled octopus ($22), grilled sardines ($19), bakalao ($22), and saganaki opa! ($13). I enjoyed everything and especially liked the charred and smoky outer layers on the octopus and grilled sardines!After we ordered, they provided us with complementary bread, butter, and dressing. The grilled dishes arrived shortly after. We probably could have been satisfied with just the two grilled dishes alone but we were super hungry and interested in trying other things on their menu! The octopus had a nice char while staying tender and was not rubbery at all. While the octopus had a light flavor, the sardines were on the saltier side but not in a bad way. I would highly recommend both dishes, but will mention that the sardines are whole (with heads and bones) if that is not your thing.I've never had salted cod before but I really enjoyed the bakalao. The fried surface was so crispy and the crisp, flaky fish paired perfectly with the creamy skordalia.The saganaki opa! was tasty and it was fun when they lit it on fire, but the other dishes were more memorable for me.I had a great time dining here (the wine is also pretty cheap for a Boston area restaurant). I look forward to coming back!"

Daddy Jones

★★★★☆ 4.1 (224) • $$

"Came here for date night and my husband asked how we haven't found this hidden gem sooner! Our waiter was so great, service was excellent, food and drinks were delicious. The ambience was nice and loved their choice of music. We ordered the spanakopita, triple dip and rice/falafel large plate. All delicious! Can't wait to visit again."

Gyro City

★★★★☆ 4.3 (196) • $$

"Flavors - 4.8/5Textures - 4.5/5Presentation - 4.5/5Value for Money - 4.5/5Would return? YesMust-try: Gyro Dinner Pork I LOVE this place! I go to both locations ALL the time! The food is insanely flavorful, fresh and so well prepared. The gyro (pork or chicken) are seasoned perfectly and they have an earthy, salty flavor. Sometimes I find it a little oily though! My go to is the gyro dinner which comes with a greek salad, fries, pita bread and tzatziki. The fries are nothing to write home about. The salad, even though basic, is so good! The dressing is slightly sweet and the freshness cuts the fat from the gyro. The bread is warm and soft, and the tzatziki brings the whole dish together - it adds texture, moisture and complements all the flavors. Also, the portions are generous and it can easily feed 2 people. The falafel is also amazing! Super crispy outside, tender inside, fresh and flavorful. I come here at least twice a month and can't get enough!"

Nick's Place

★★★★☆ 3.5 (245) • $

"Delicious food all the time.I order takeout from here all the time. Their steak and cheese calzone is amazing! You HAVE to try it.Their antipasto salad is massive and totally worth the priceI love the fried dough bites but they are definitely party sized so it's a lot for 2 or even 4 people!.Desserts are great too. Highly recommended! Just don't order the seafood for takeout, it's soggy by the time you get home. Try it at the restaurant though!!"

Mama's Place

★★★★☆ 3.8 (202)

"Dining method: CateringItem(s) ordered: I ate the Cleopatra wrap, but we ordered several others.The review: The cleopatra wrap was brimming with tabouli (tabbouleh?) and flavor. For a vegan option, it proved very filling and flavorful. That being said, the falafel was very dry and, in the middle of a work meeting, that might not be the best to have in your throat. The catering arrived slightly late into the meeting, so I would just make sure they know if there's a hard deadline. Wonderful service. Everyone enjoyed a variety of the other wraps and sandwiches with meat, and said they were very good. I would totally go back to see what the actual restaurant looks like, and would love to try one of the Greek wraps next!"

GRECO

★★★★☆ 4.2 (159) • $$

"Yum! This place is right next door to my workplace in Seaport. Was craving something indulgent but also healthy - this was perfect. Got the bowl with the dips, spicy feta and roasted eggplant, both delish - but the feta was just insane! Halloumi for protein - get the spicy honey!! A few fries to indulge. I was a very happy girl after this lunch!"

Demos

★★★★☆ 3.8 (189) • $$

"Ran across this store while scrolling through all the DoorDash delivery options. Gave the beef kebabs a try and I'm so glad I did. The meat was juicy and tender and the lemon potatoes were also very good."

The Treasury - Indian and Greek Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.7 (160)

"FIRST time around!Food/Drink: Entrees were amazing, everything tasted fantastic. The flavors and the smells were intoxicating! I had the Curry Goat, glass of wine, basmati rice, garlic naan, and Samosas.Bread and Apps: The garlic naan mmmm mmmm!Dinning Area: Pretty Small, and cramped. A little drafty.Prices: Expensive. Small appetizer, entree, bread, wine, and a side of rice. I got away for $73.Parking: Plenty of space, strip mall lot.Bathrooms: Bathrooms were clean and smaller in size.Atmosphere: During the weekday Dinner rush, pretty busy, but not unmanageable. I did not wait long.Staff/Attendants: Staff overall was Great, family owned and operated I presume. Extremely authentic, deep accent. Awesome experience.8/10"

Effie's Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.6 (94)

"Stopped by for the first time and had the most fantastic lunch and Greek food I've had in a long time!We wanted an avogolemono soup for this cold weather we've been having (boo), but they only make it seasonally so not until Oct. So we quickly adapted our order to get a chicken souvlaki on pita, and a feta cheese pie. We added on a slice of orange cake which doesn't appear on their menu but calls you from a corner of the restaurant and you just have to answer that call!It took about 15 mins for the food to be ready but it was the afternoon rush. Overall, everything was flavorful and served hot. I've never had a chicken souvlaki that's so juicy and tasty, melt in your mouth. The toppings - fries, crunchy red onion, tomato, and tzatziki all added to the taste. That tzatziki was amazing. The feta cheese pie had a flaky crunchy covering and just the right amount of feta so that it wasn't overly salty. Thumbs up for the last min order of the cake. Sweet, moist, and fresh.Can't wait to try their avogolemono next time!"

University House of Pizza

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (175) • $

"Conveniently located across from the MFA. Reasonable priced. Good food. The pizza was thin crust and toasted warm when ordered by the slice. Baffulo chicken tenders were mildly spicy, tender, and no bones.The eatery has a few small tables inside. No napkins. They give out paper towel for people eat-in."

Stardust - Inspired Mediterranean

★★★★★ 4.7 (75)

"This little hole in the wall restaurant is my go to for takeout. Amazing food, and the portion sizes are huge. Can stretch the chicken plate to 3 meals if needed. If you pick up in person the staff is sooooo nice. They throw in little goodies to try and will tell you treats that aren't always on the menu. Usually have a stew cooking for those cold nights."

Gyro and Kebab House Needham

★★★★☆ 4 (95)

"Had their Falafel Appetizer Plate to go last week. It comes with a dip, salad and 6 pieces of falafel. It is not on their menu but you can order it for $14.The salad was meh but the pickled cabbage was delicious. The falafel was crispy on the outside and soft from the inside. It can be a little dry to eat on its own, but we had it with the babaganush and it tasted great together. The star was the Babaganush - smoked eggplant with tahini, yogurt and garlic. The flavor, texture and smoky taste was perfect. Also tried Pistachio Baklava. It was way too sweet with for us with too much syrup, but the flavor was fantastic. It is pricey at $2.20 for 1 piece of baklava. I love their eggplant in tomato sauce and pair it with their freshly baked, you will be in heaven!!Now this one is more of a quick take out location, if you want to dine in, you can visit their Norwood location."

Gyroscope

★★★★☆ 4.1 (86)

"Stopped at Gyroscope because I was craving Greek food and I wanted it FAST. Right off the bat, I felt extremely welcomed-- the staff is so nice and patient!!! I explained that it was my first time, and the manager was so kind to explain what every ingredient was one by one to me. I went for a half regular chicken (though, was eyeing the spicy chicken... next time) and half steak plate. It came with yellow rice, and I added veggies to it. I also added tzatziki. The plate was very decently priced, about $11. Everything tasted very good! The steak was a bit chewy, I enjoyed the grilled chicken more. If I'm ever on Huntington craving Greek food again, I'll be back!"

Grape Leaf

★★★★☆ 4.3 (75) • $$

"We ordered takeout from Grape Leaf this weekend and really enjoyed it! I ordered the Mediterranean bowl with falafel. The falafel was so delicious and the perfect texture. The salad that came with it was also very good, although the amount of lettuce was quite small (but there was plenty of feta!). My husband thought his gyro was very good, too, and liked how the meat was actually freshly sliced off of a rotisserie unlike some other places we've been to recently. He was disappointed that only the gyro alone was $10, though, and it didn't come with fries without purchasing separately."

Michael's Pizza

★★★★☆ 3.9 (75)

"Pizza pizza! If you are looking for great pizza this is the spot! This nice pizza joint offers yummy pizzas and huge calzones! My bf and I have ordered to go and have also dined in many times. It's our go to spot. The pizza is always cooked perfectly with the right amount of sauce and toppings. They have a fully stocked fridge filled with soft drinks and potato chips to purchase.We always seem to order pepperoni with olives which never disappoints. The slices of pepperoni are nice and big and very good. They have the option of ordering either a small pizza or large and we always finish a large no problem between the both of us. We should definitely try other pizza toppings but for now we will stick to our favorite! Cause it's so good!"

Boston Kebab - Waltham

★★★★☆ 4.1 (67)

"Just ordered today but I had to come write a five star review because the food was awesome! The only thing I got was the 4 specials with salad and rice for $21 and it was amazing! The portion size was generous, good enough to feed 2 people. The specials differ by day but today I selected the -roasted eggplant with beef (awesome)- chicken kofte with potato (tender potatoes and great seasoning) -some sort of tender beef (excellent and amazing!)-beef stew (this was my least favorite but still very good)-brown rice: seasoned very well and delicious The side salad was lightly seasoned with olive oil and lemon. Service was good and the restaurant was packed with people so you know it's good! This food makes me want to move to Boston!"

Odyssey Grill & Pizza

★★★★☆ 3.7 (80)

"Just ordered delivery from this place and ate every single speck of it. Good. Steak tip. Christ. It was so good I had to immediately leave a review. I had a salad with Greek dressing and steak tips, and a spinach pie. It was absolutely amazing. I asked for the steak tips to be rare and they were! (for some reason I feel like a lot of places don't believe me when I say I want them RAAAAARE.) If I could use whatever they marinated them in as a skin cream I would. Seriously the salad almost didn't even need dressing because the juice and marinade from the steak tips was THAT. GOOD. The spinach pie was the perfect size, actually really pretty, super flaky, still hot when I got it, and sooooo flavorful. I can see myself ordering from this place at least once a week. Seriously, I'm a believer in the Odyssey Grill."

The Greek Gyro

★★★★★ 4.6 (51) • $$

"The portions here are huge! I loved that they give you so much protein with anything you get. I got their gyro plate, which comes with fries, a salad, fries and pita. They fries are awesome, super well seasoned and crispy. The salad is kinda sad - super small, mostly lettuce and very little feta... the dressing is good though. The star is the meat, which was perfectly cooked with crispy pieces, however it lacked salt. Just a bit more salt and it would be awesome."

Meze Estiatorio

★★★★☆ 4 (67) • $$

"We have been working hard to hit all the restaurants on Shrewsbury st in Worcester. We finally made it to this Greek restaurant. Small, but cozy place with a nice bar and some outside seating. Our waitress was top notch, sweet person, with great accent. She took time to explain different options and food choices. She convinced us to try the Boyourdi, and we were glad she did. Tasteful, spicy appetizer with homemade pita bread. We then moved on to the main course. I had the Mediterranean Cod. A perfectly cooked fish dish with feta, tomatoes and onions. Wife had Shrimp Saganaki. A spicy shrimp dish with fresh pita. We both ate every bit and then finished with a giant piece of Baklava. If your in the area or you want true Greek food, here is your place"

Eleni's Mediterranean Grill

★★★★★ 4.6 (50)

"Wow! Freshly prepared, delicious mediterranean food. Ordered the falafel wrap and the chicken kebab plate - both were so yummy! Falafel wrap was much larger than expected, generous amount of falafel, high quality mixed greens with the right amount of sauce all wrapped up in a fresh pita. Chicken kebab plate was served with rice, french fries, pita and two skewers of chicken perfectly spiced layered with onion, peppers and tomatoes. New favorite spot!"

Rico's Pizzeria

★★★★☆ 4 (63) • $

"Forgot to take pics as I was too excited to try the pizza and spaghetti. The rebel pizza was great. I didn't know the combo of chicken fingers with honey mustard sauce in a pizza would work so well with the Greek sauce. The spaghetti also have lots of cheese and good meatball. Be aware that the place does not seem to have ac and was a bit warm. We made it togo. The service was ok as food came out after some wait."

Maria's Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.9 (61)

"I've been meaning to come here because I live in the area and walked by the new construction several times before they opened this year. I was happy that we stopped in to have dinner. The place is brand new and immaculate and my husband has already eaten there before so this was a real treat for me.I tried the $15 lamb chops which was accompanied with roasted potatoes, pita bread, and a small greek salad. I certainly enjoyed my chops since all of them were gone in two seconds and they gave a generous amount of potatoes which my husband helped me eat. I sampled some chicken kebabs and it was so good. The potatoes have a lemon tart rosemary and oregano flavor... Very healthy.We were lucky to sit down since they primarily do a lot of takeout. It was very nice. What's nice about the menu is that they have regular takeout food like burgers and salads and pizza. I haven't tried them yet but if I'm in a mood I certainly will give them a shot."

Greco

★★★★☆ 4.4 (46)

"Solid lunch spot with plenty of options, all relatively healthy. I work close by and needed a hearty lunch in a pinch, so checked out Greco - ordered the Delphine salad bowl with chicken and eggplant sauce. It was a good sized portion that kept me full without feeling bloated but wow, talk about inflation. A salad + drink was about $18. Not to bemoan days that have long passed but I remember being able to get something similar for under $10. The chicken and sauce were on the salty side, I was chugging water after. Inside was clean with plenty of seating. The food here won't blow your socks off in terms of the best Greek/Mediterranean but it was tasty and fresh for when you're not in the mood for Shake Shack next door."

Fresh Pita

★★★★★ 4.6 (33)

"I've driven by this place many times and I love this type of food but my boyfriend is a little reluctant to eat it, so I stopped by one day when I was alone and I am so glad I did! The second I walked in- I was greeted by the wife and her husband was sitting in the booth and I instantly remembered them from their Mineral Spring Avenue Location! I took my son there for Lunch one day- it was years ago-when he was very little and I will never forget that they made him French fries for free- which was memorable just because of how kind they were. I told her I would pay for them but they waved me away! She also wouldn't let me leave a tip today- but I insisted she give the tip to her son/employee.Everything was made to order so I don't understand the reviews saying the food is not fresh because it most definitely was fresh & delicious! I love the chicken falafel combo ! It's my favorite & the meats were juicy and tender. Everything was great and the price was also very good. I hate when I get lunch for myself & the price comes out to over $20- that is just ridiculous in my opinion. My entire meal came to under $15 - which is amazing! My lunch was amazing, the service was wonderful & the price was just right! I highly recommend at least giving it a try and if you don't know what to order- just go with the chicken or chicken and falafel combo and I promise you- it's worth checking out!"

Venus Pizza & Grill

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (58)

"I've been searching for an Alfredo chicken broccoli that compares to Papa Rinos in Dorchester. I have finally found it! This is nice sized portion, perfect temperature and soooooo tasty. It oozed cheese and had tons of chicken. I would definitely get this again. Great customer service and food so far has not disappointed."